QHSE Specialist

Hellmann East Europe Group; Antwerpen; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strategic role with international team

Competitive salary package

Inclusive multicultural environment

ESG and sustainability focus

Job summary

Hellmann East Europe Group seeks a QHSE Specialist Benelux to ensure safe, compliant and sustainable operations across Belgium and the Netherlands. You will align regional practices with global standards while driving continuous improvement with cross-functional teams.

You will plan and conduct audits, manage risk analyses and support ESG initiatives, reporting to the Benelux MD and coordinating with local and regional stakeholders. Dutch and English fluency is required.

Qualifications

• Five+ years in a QHSE, quality or compliance role.

Responsibilities

• Maintain compliance with Benelux legislation, permits and certifications.
• Plan and conduct audits (internal, external, supplier) over procedures, docs, PPE and licenses.
• Manage risk assessments, hazard and environmental-impact analyses, CAPA and corrective actions.
• Coordinate RI&E, health and safety plan and accident register; act as contact for ARBO and external adviser.
• Support standards like VDA 6.2, EU-cGDP, HACCP and SQAS.
• Monitor energy performance and report consumption; drive local ESG initiatives.
• Translate QHSE requirements into procedures and drive training and awareness.
• Collaborate with local teams, regional QHSE, suppliers and authorities to ensure compliance.

Skills

Internal auditor

ISO 9001

HSE reporting

Stakeholder management

Dutch & English

Education

ISO 9001 Lead Auditor training

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Teams

Job description

About Us

Ready to rock the future with us? At Hellmann we put our people at the heart of everything we do, because for us, relationship matters. Joining us does not just mean becoming part of a global company. It is an invitation to shape the future of the logistics industry together with us. Our Hellmann culture is based on our four values: Caring, Entrepreneurial, Forward-Thinking and Reliable. These values resonate with yours? Then become part of our FAMILY that consists of around 10.000 employees in more than 200 locations worldwide.

About Us

Ready to rock the future with us? At Hellmann we put our people at the heart of everything we do, because for us, relationship matters. Joining us does not just mean becoming part of a global company. It is an invitation to shape the future of the logistics industry together with us. Our Hellmann culture is based on our four values: Caring, Entrepreneurial, Forward-Thinking and Reliable. These values resonate with yours? Then become part of our FAMILY that consists of around 10.000 employees in more than 200 locations worldwide.

For the better. Together.

• Ready to make an impact and become part of the Hellmann FAMILY? As QHSE Specialist Benelux, you help ensure that our operations across the Netherlands and Belgium are safe, compliant, sustainable and continuously improving. You connect global and regional QHSE standards with day-to-day local practice and work closely with colleagues across products, functions and locations.

You will interact with internal departments, suppliers, regulatory bodies, quality institutions and external consultants to advance our quality, health and safety, environmental and energy-management goals. You report to the Managing Director Benelux and collaborate closely with the country organization and the Head of Regional QHSE.

About The Job

• Maintain compliance with Benelux legislation, permits and certifications, including AEO-C, ISO, B-erkenning and Regulated Agent requirements.
• Implement and maintain the Integrated Management System in line with ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 and 50001 and global and regional QHSE standards.
• Plan and conduct internal, external, customer and supplier audits covering procedures, documentation, equipment, licences, PPE and safe working practices.
• Manage risk assessments, hazard and environmental-impact analyses, CAPA, complaints and corrective actions.
• Coordinate the Dutch RI&E, annual health and safety plan and Benelux accident register, while serving as the contact for ARBO and the external confidential adviser.
• Support sector-specific standards, including VDA 6.2 and FMEA/8D, EU-cGDP, HACCP and SQAS.
• Monitor environmental and energy performance, report building consumption and develop local initiatives aligned with company strategy and ESG guidelines.
• Translate QHSE requirements into practical procedures and strengthen awareness through guidance, training, workshops and e-learning.
• Work with local teams, Regional QHSE Management, suppliers, consultants and authorities to drive compliance, continuous improvement and a strong QHSE culture.

About You

• At least five years of experience in a comparable QHSE, quality or compliance role.
• Qualification as an internal auditor for an Integrated Management System or relevant ISO standards, or willingness to complete this training.
• Proven experience implementing and auditing ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 and 50001.
• Knowledge of Benelux regulations relating to environment, health and safety, dangerous goods, GDP and automotive operations.
• Understanding of logistics products such as air freight, sea freight and road transport, as well as relevant permits and certifications.
• Strong analytical skills and experience with KPI-based reporting, risk assessment and strategic planning.
• A proactive, self-managing approach and the confidence to challenge constructively and turn ideas into action.
• Excellent stakeholder-management and communication skills in Dutch and English.
• A collaborative mindset and experience working with cross-functional, multicultural teams.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Teams.

About Our Benefits

• An exciting strategic role within an international family-owned logistics company where entrepreneurship, collaboration, and long-term relationships are at the core;
• The opportunity to make a direct impact on the operational, commercial, and financial performance of our organization;
• A safe, multicultural, and inclusive working environment where your ideas and initiatives are valued;
• A competitive salary package tailored to your experience and aligned with the responsibilities of the role.

Inclusion and social diversity are firmly anchored values in our corporate culture. Regardless of gender, age, any disabilities, religion, ethnic origin or sexual identity: We are looking forward to meeting you!